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Top 10 Biggest Poker Scandals Of All Time
The world of poker has seen its fair share of scandals over the years. Some have had a huge impact on the game, while others just temporarily grabbed our attention. While it’s fun to write about the latest big tournament winner or to break down massive...
May 19, 2022
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13 min read
R. Paul Wilson On: How To Be Your Own Casino (1/3)
This is part one of three from our series on games where the odds are in the hustler’s favour. I spend a lot of time explaining how to narrow and occasionally beat the mathematical edge in certain casino games and in turn, I read and discuss...
May 16, 2022
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4 min read
How Denise Coates Built The Bet365 Empire And Became Britain’s Highest-Paid Boss
Fondly referred to as the “quiet queen of online betting”, Denise Coates is one of Britain’s most successful (and understated)...
May 13, 2022
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7 min read
Gambling Legends: The Fascinating Story Of Mob Boss Bumpy Johnson
Bumpy Johnson. Bookmaker and mob boss, a drug lord and brutal murderer, devoted family man, avid reader of philosophy, poet,...
May 8, 2022
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7 min read
Where To Find ATMs With The Cheapest Fees In Las Vegas
Although there are ATMs everywhere in Las Vegas, if you don't plan ahead then withdrawing money can get very expensive,...
May 6, 2022
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6 min read
Top 5 Hardest Games In The World To Master
Fancy your chances of transferring your gambling expertise to a next-level challenge? Away from the casino floor, there are plenty...
April 29, 2022
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4 min read
10 Things You Never Knew About Horse Jockeys
There is a lot more to horse jockeys than meets the eye. Sure, when you are watching them ride around...
April 27, 2022
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6 min read
10 Fighters Who Tragically Died From Injuries In The Ring
Every time a fighter courageously steps foot in the ring, they literally put their life at risk. The majority of...
April 21, 2022
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5 min read
How To Play 5 Card Draw Poker
5 Card Draw Poker: What You Need to Know Playing Order: In 5 Card Draw Poker, players operate in a...
April 16, 2022
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7 min read
10 Things Casinos Never Want You To Know
Casinos are a hot house of fun - we all know that - but they are a business at the...
April 4, 2022
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5 min read
How To Play Short Deck Hold’em Poker
Texas Hold’em has dominated the poker world for over two decades now, and if there’s one thing many players can...
March 31, 2022
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7 min read
Gambling Legends: The Amazing Life Of Wyatt Earp
The legend and life of the man known as Wyatt Earp is as rich and colorful as the saloons and...
March 10, 2022
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4 min read
Ivan Freitez: One Of The Worst Poker Players For Angle Shooting
Some players become famous for their results, while others reach notoriety for their crazy playing styles that get them involved...
March 4, 2022
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5 min read
Drake: Gambling Addict, Or Just Stupidly Rich?
The Canadian rapper, singer and actor, Drake, is no stranger to gambling and has been known to drop wild amounts...
February 21, 2022
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2 min read
How Dan “Jungleman” Cates Went From One Extreme To The Other
If you love high-stakes poker, you most certainly know the name of Dan “Jungleman” Cates. For years, Cates has been...
February 4, 2022
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7 min read
Why Taking Insurance In Blackjack Is Never A Good Bet
Ah, blackjack insurance. The bane of many a break-in dealer's existence. You know they shouldn't be betting it; all the...
January 30, 2022
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4 min read
Top 10 Biggest Slot Machine Wins Of All Time
We all dream of landing a big win when playing slots. However, for some, the dream has become a reality,...
January 26, 2022
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3 min read
10 Best Value Resorts And Hotels In Las Vegas
If all you're looking for is a cheap place to stay in Las Vegas, you might opt for a great...
January 25, 2022
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4 min read
2024 US Election Betting: Will History Repeat Itself?
Recommended Bets Back Republicans to win Presidency @ 1.88 (Betfair)Back Elizabeth Warren to be the Democrat Nominee @ 32.0 (Betfair)Back...
January 24, 2022
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4 min read
Do You Have To Pay Taxes On Casino Winnings?
You have finally gotten those sevens to line up in the window of your favorite slot machine, or maybe you...
January 21, 2022
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4 min read
Top 10 Biggest Horse Races In The World
As long as humans have been riding horses, there’s been horse racing. They call it the sport of kings and...
January 18, 2022
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5 min read
How Does The WSOP Player Of The Year Points System Work?
The World Series of Poker is best known for its bracelets since winning one of these golden trinkets is a...
January 12, 2022
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7 min read
What Ever Happened To Guy Laliberté?
One of the wonderful things about poker is that it attracts people from all walks of life. From broke students...
January 2, 2022
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7 min read
José “Girah” Macedo Poker Scandal: The Rise And Fall Of A Fake Prodigy
The stories of poker prodigies have always been very popular in the poker community. Hearing how the likes of Tom...
December 30, 2021
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6 min read
Dan Bilzerian: The Playboy And Self-Proclaimed Poker Millionaire
There are very few people in the high-stakes poker community who are as controversial as Dan Bilzerian. Loud, brazen and...
December 23, 2021
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7 min read
Christian Lusardi And The Borgata Counterfeit Chips Scandal
There are many ways to become famous in poker. Winning a big tournament will surely get you on the map,...
December 20, 2021
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5 min read
R. Paul Wilson On: The Mysterious Case Of “The Flipper”
How many bets or important decisions have been determined by the toss of a coin? From sporting events to all-or-nothing...
December 14, 2021
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5 min read
An Expert’s Guide To Choosing Which NHL Team To Support
Hockey is a great sport. It has skill, speed, violence, incredible athleticism and high drama. But if you’re a new...
December 11, 2021
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17 min read
How To Beat The 21+3 Blackjack Side Bet
21+3 was first introduced in Las Vegas in 2001 and has grown to become one of the world's most popular...
December 6, 2021
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3 min read
Will Kassouf: Speech Play Genius, Or Most Annoying Player Ever?
Not many poker players have managed to be as controversial as Will Kassouf. While a few names come to mind...
December 2, 2021
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7 min read
Top 10 Highest Paid Rugby Players
Rugby has never been known as the highest paid sport – youngsters don’t get into the game with dreams of...
November 23, 2021
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4 min read
Top 10 Richest Hockey Players In History
Most hockey players have had a hard time keeping up with the Joneses financially. Sure, there was a time —...
November 16, 2021
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5 min read
10 Sports Stars Who Started Late
Nowadays, most sports stars have been practicing their art from childhood, and many break onto the scene while they’re still...
November 14, 2021
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4 min read
The Top 10 Biggest Main Event Winnings Of All Time
As you might know, poker surged in popularity after 2003. Ever since, Main Events have had huge fields with the...
November 8, 2021
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7 min read
10 Sports Stars Who Tragically Ruined Their Careers
Sports stars can ruin their careers in many different ways, and their self-destruction is often incredibly sad to see. This...
October 18, 2021
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4 min read
Yahtzee: How To Play And How To Increase Your Chances Of Winning
Yahtzee is one of the world’s most iconic games. Five dice, a pencil and some scorecards are all you need...
September 30, 2021
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4 min read
Who’s In Charge Of The WSOP? Here’s Everything You Need To Know
Each summer, hundreds of thousands of players head to Las Vegas for the World Series of Poker. With thousands of...
September 28, 2021
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6 min read
Online Casinos vs. Land-Based Casinos: Which is Better?
Online casinos have skyrocketed in popularity. With the pandemic forcing people to remain at home, they have offered much needed...
September 18, 2021
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3 min read
Surrender In Blackjack: Everything You Need To Know To Take Advantage
The proper use of either early or late surrender in blackjack can dramatically cut the house advantage over skilled players....
September 9, 2021
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4 min read
Blackjack Strategy: Counting The Super 7 Side Bet
Back in the early 90s, when I was convinced I was going to be the next Ed Thorpe or Kenny...
September 5, 2021
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4 min read
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